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Popular places to visit
Micklegate Bar
Find out about the history of York when you spend time at Micklegate Bar. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Jorvik Viking Centre
Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers.
York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Top hotels in Bishophill
Malmaison York
Staff were all efficient and personable
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Grand, York
All good - the staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel York
The reception staff were so welcoming, especially Jen who welcomed us like old friends. So chatty and lovely and a such a great start to our trip. Hotel and room was clean and looked great and just what we needed. Rooms were nice and warm during this cold weather however the hallways were a bit chilly! ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton York
Clean well equipped room, all amenities in good order
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Queens Hotel & Victoria Cloisters
Very clean
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Middletons Hotel
I’ve stayed here a number of times on business and it is great. It has a nice vibe, rooms are lovely and it is well located for the attractions. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bishophill
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland.
